League of Legends Esports (LoL Esports) is proud to welcome Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok as the first inductee to the Hall of Legends. Faker is being recognized for his mastery of League of Legends gameplay, numerous contributions to the sport, and for inspiring millions of fans across the globe.
For more than 12 years, Faker has shown incredible dedication to the game and sport. As the mid-laner for T1, Faker has long been known for his technical prowess and his ability to make game-changing plays, earning him the moniker “The Unkillable Demon King.” His individual skill and in-game leadership have led his teams to numerous victories, having earned 10 LCK titles, two Mid-Season Invitational titles, and four World Championship titles.
“Faker is truly the most iconic and influential figure in League of Legends and esports history,” said John Needham, President of Esports at Riot Games. “His name is synonymous with excellence in LoL Esports, and he has rightfully earned his place as our very first Hall of Legends inductee. We hope that he continues to make history for many years to come.”
Faker will be honored with an in-game event that will allow fans to celebrate the pro player on the Rift through earnable and purchasable custom cosmetic items that commemorate his journey to the top. Mercedes-Benz will present a dedicated art piece for Faker, fusing reality with the world of League of Legends. In the game's unique art style, the artwork will feature details that highlight Faker’s greatest accomplishments in his career. The visual also gives a glimpse on another special gift for Faker, a custom Mercedes-AMG SL 63. Additional details around the in-game event and Mercedes-Benz awards will be shared in the coming weeks.
“While esports is gaining more momentum, we at Mercedes Benz are delighted to extend our role as the official automotive partner of all global League of Legends Esports events to the Hall of Legends. I am more than happy to honor Faker as the first ever member.” said Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Marketing & Sales. “We are convinced that the Hall of Legends marks the next step in our ongoing partnership with Riot Games after all previous successful community focused events and the jointly created traditions, such as the Championship Ring"
The Hall of Legends in-game event will include an event pass that will take players on a journey through Faker’s career, highlighting pivotal moments, achievements, and more! Players can earn and purchase commemorative cosmetic items, collections, and skins themed after the Demon King himself in celebration of this moment. Additional details around the in-game event and content will be shared at a later date.
About Riot Games
Riot Games was founded in 2006 to develop, publish, and support the most player-focused games in the world. In 2009, Riot released its debut title, League of Legends, which has gone on to be one of the most-played PC games in the world. In the years that followed, Riot released VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, and League of Legends: Wild Rift. Riot’s titles have led to the creation of some of the most-watched and widely recognized esports in the world, culminating in events like the League of Legends World Championship and VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT), which are watched by millions of fans each year. Riot has also expanded its IP through multimedia projects across music, comic books, board games, and Arcane, its Emmy-winning animated series.